Jeff;
I recently replaced the fiberboard transmission cover in my Spitfire with an
ABS type even though the original was in very good to excellent shape.
Don't bother "transplanting" the insulation. (One of my Spitfire books
recommends replacing this stuff periodically anyway.) I used a type of
insulation that has aluminum foil on both sides and something similar to
thin "bubble rap" in between. I glued this to the underside of the ABS
cover plus I put another sheet between the transmission cover and the
carpet. This really keeps out the engine heat and noise.
Reid
'79 Spitfire (original owner)
-----Original Message-----
From: Jeff McNeal [mailto:jmcneal@ohms.com]
Sent: Monday, February 21, 2000 4:15 PM
To: Spitfire List
Subject: Transmission cover - ABS or Original?
As I have my interior completely gutted at present, I'm wondering if it
makes any sense to invest in one of the new ABS transmission covers verses
the fiberboard original. The original seems to be in fairly soild shape.
It's my understanding that the ABS does not come with the sound deadening
material that's under my stock cover. Is it relatively easy to remove the
material from the stock cover without destroying it? Any suggestions for
how to securely attach it to the ABS?
Thanks!
Best wishes,
Jeff in San Diego
'67 RHD Spitfire Mk3 aka "Mrs. Jones"
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